LANSING —Ahead of Gov. Rick Snyder’s budget proposal this week, House Democrats have released a video announcing their priorities for the 2018-19 fiscal year budget, calling on the governor and his administration to return the state’s focus to the people of Michigan, not lobbyists or corporate donors.

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LANSING – State Representative Richard E. Hammel (D-Mt. Morris Twp.) was chosen by his colleagues today to serve as House Democratic Leader for the 2011-2012 session. State Representative Kate Segal (D-Battle Creek) will serve as Democratic Floor Leader.

"I'm humbled to be chosen to lead House Democrats during this critical time for our state," Hammel said. "We are committed to standing up for Michigan's workers and families. We want to make sure no...

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Setting the State Budget

Each year, Michigan legislators create and send to the governor a budget for the state of Michigan. Under our state’s Constitution, the budget must be balanced. This annual process starts early in the year and must be completed before the new fiscal year begins on Oct. 1.